U.S. forces halt another merchant vessel near Venezuela, tensions rise
U.S. forces have intercepted a second merchant vessel near the coast of Venezuela, sparking heightened tensions as the Trump administration's pressure on President Nicolas Maduro escalates.
Amidst growing geopolitical tensions, U.S. forces have once again halted a merchant vessel near the shores of Venezuela, signaling a continued escalation in the standoff between Washington and Caracas.
The interception, which marks the second incident in less than two weeks, comes as President Donald Trump strengthens his stance against Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro.
The move is expected to further strain the already fragile relations between the two nations, with the Trump administration ramping up efforts to isolate Maduro's regime.
The specifics of the latest interception remain unclear, but the incident underscores the deepening rift between the United States and Venezuela, with maritime clashes becoming a prominent feature of the ongoing power struggle.